Day 1: Landing & Grounding
The journey begins with arrival and grounding. As you settle into the peaceful rhythm of the monastery and the forest around it, the pace of life naturally slows.
You’ll come together for the first circle to connect, share intentions, and create a field of safety and trust by welcoming all parts of ourselves.
Afterwards, you’ll unwind with gentle yoga and mindfulness practice, easing tension and arriving fully in the body.
The evening ends with a nourishing dinner followed by a Yoga Nidra session, allowing you to relax deeply and prepare for a restorative night’s sleep.
Day 2: Connecting with others
This day explores how authentic connection with others naturally grows from self-connection.
You’ll start with morning yoga and meditation to anchor presence, followed by a mindful brunch. A Zen Coaching session offers space for inner reflection and clarity.
Through Authentic Relating, Compassionate Communication & Zen Coaching practices, you’ll explore how to show up as yourself without performance or masks, to communicate & listen from the heart. You’ll practice presence, honesty, and empathy in simple yet transformative ways.
In the afternoon, you’ll have space to rest, journal, or wander through the beautiful forest paths. Later, the group will gather again for ecstatic dance, expressing freedom, aliveness, and joy through movement. You’ll close the day with dinner and a bonfire circle, celebrating warmth, laughter, and connection under the stars.
Day 3: Connecting with the world
The final day focuses on integration and bringing the weekend’s insights into life beyond the retreat.
A morning yoga and meditation session unites body, breath, and awareness.
After breakfast, you’ll gather for a group coaching and sharing circle, reflecting on what you’re taking with you and setting clear intentions for the days ahead.
You’ll finish with a gratitude ceremony that honors the journey, the group, and yourself. You leave grounded, open-hearted and ready to meet the world with renewed presence (and with some real connections).